Interim Director of Finance

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Interim Director of Finance

Posted 4 weeks ago

About the job

A Los Angeles museum needs an experienced Interim Director of Finance to provide hands-on financial leadership, manage systems, compliance, and reporting during a transitional period.

Requirements

  • Fund accounting knowledge
  • Financial reporting skills
  • Experience with NetSuite
  • Management in nonprofit or arts
  • Independent work ability

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance
  • Leadership in nonprofit sectors
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Excellent communication skills

Full job description

A prominent Los Angeles-based museum n is seeking an experienced Interim Director of Finance to provide hands-on financial leadership and operational support during a transitional period. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned finance professional with strong nonprofit, fund accounting, and financial systems experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee NetSuite and financial planning systems administration
  • Manage accounting period close processes, including lock/unlock functions
  • Review and approve journal entries while ensuring proper internal controls and segregation of duties
  • Support system governance, compliance, and financial reporting processes
  • Manage banking activities and cash transfers
  • Oversee restricted cash transactions and fund transfers
  • Review sales tax compliance and assess potential liabilities
  • Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports
  • Calculate and allocate service fees
  • Process commissions and related payments
  • Lead fund accounting activities and reconciliations
  • Maintain and improve reconciliation processes for restricted and designated funds
  • Support annual budgeting and ongoing financial forecasting
  • Provide financial analysis to support leadership decision-making
  • Ensure compliance with donor and foundation requirements

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • Significant finance leadership experience within nonprofit, higher education, arts, cultural, or mission-driven organizations
  • Strong knowledge of fund accounting and financial reporting
  • Experience with NetSuite required; budgeting and planning systems experience highly preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently in an interim or consulting capacity
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills


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